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Singapore Warship’s Vietnam Visit Highlights Defense Ties

Singapore Warship’s Vietnam Visit Highlights Defense Ties

By Prashanth Parameswaran
First such voyage in 2018 comes amid a busy week for the bilateral relationship.
Vietnam-Thailand Naval Ties in the Spotlight with Joint Patrols

Vietnam-Thailand Naval Ties in the Spotlight with Joint Patrols

By Prashanth Parameswaran
The latest iteration of their patrols highlighted a key maritime activity in the bilateral relationship.

Indonesia Gets a New Submarine From South Korea

Indonesia Gets a New Submarine From South Korea

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Jakarta took a step towards getting another South Korean-built submarine, putting the spotlight once again on its capabilities.

Why the F-35 Isn’t Good Enough for Japan

Why the F-35 Isn’t Good Enough for Japan

By Abraham Ait
Tokyo looks to American and indigenous alternatives as a result of the joint strike fighter’s shortcomings.

What Does the Modi-Xi Summit Mean for Sino-Indian Relations?

What Does the Modi-Xi Summit Mean for Sino-Indian Relations?

By Rajeswari Pillai Rajagopalan
Though the interaction between the two leaders is notable, there is reason for skepticism and managing expectations.
US-Thailand Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise Kicks off in Andaman Sea

US-Thailand Anti-Submarine Warfare Exercise Kicks off in Andaman Sea

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Development spotlights ongoing defense cooperation between the two allies, despite deeper challenges.

Will China’s New Aircraft Carrier Start Sea Trials This Week?

Will China’s New Aircraft Carrier Start Sea Trials This Week?

By Franz-Stefan Gady
China’s new aircraft carrier might take to the sea for the first time this week.
India Pulls out of Joint Stealth Fighter Project With Russia

India Pulls out of Joint Stealth Fighter Project With Russia

By Franz-Stefan Gady
India has reportedly withdrawn from a 11-year joint program to develop a 5th generation fighter jet with Russia.

A First: Malaysia to Deploy Warship for RIMPAC 2018

A First: Malaysia to Deploy Warship for RIMPAC 2018

By Prashanth Parameswaran
Malaysia will send a warship to fully participate in the world’s largest international maritime exercise for the first time.

Russian Navy Receives Upgraded Ballistic Missile Sub

Russian Navy Receives Upgraded Ballistic Missile Sub

By Franz-Stefan Gady
A retrofitted Soviet-era ballistic missile sub was delivered to the Russian Navy this month.

Australia Tests Cooperative Engagement Capability on Air Warfare Destroyer

Australia Tests Cooperative Engagement Capability on Air Warfare Destroyer

By Franz-Stefan Gady
Australia’s new guided-missile destroyers successfully tested a new wide-area air defense system this month.
The Future Frigate: An Opportunity to Not Miss a Trick

The Future Frigate: An Opportunity to Not Miss a Trick

By Duncan MacRae
Now is the time to sacrifice a few sacred cows in service of the greater good.

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